Winter break is coming soon, so it’s time to start preparing for your international travel plans. If you need a new signature on your document, take advantage of our TRAVEL SIGNATURE DRIVE. Travel Signature Drive Friday, December 11 9:00 – 11:30 am FAC 330 If you cannot come during the… read more
I-20 signature
Are you Traveling Internationally for Winter Break?
Review Your I-20 or DS-2019 Don’t forget to check your I-20/DS-2019 for a valid travel signature: Look at page 3 of the I-20 (F-1 students) or page 1 of the DS-2019 (J-1 students/scholars) and check the date that the document was last signed for travel by an immigration advisor. If… read more
‘Tis the Season for Travel Signatures!
Students, are you planning to travel outside of the United States? As you begin thinking about your Thanksgiving and winter break plans, don’t forgot to obtain a travel signature if you plan to leave the United States. The travel validation signature can be found on page 3 of the I-20 and… read more
Spring Break Travel: Are you prepared?
Other British, French or Netherlands territories or possessions in, or bordering the Caribbean Sea. Traveling abroad while on OPT or Academic Training? The following are the documents you will need to take with you: Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry Valid U.S. visa (except… read more
Inviting Family & Friends to Visit
Did you know that you can invite family and friends to visit you during your time at UT Austin? Documentation from the ISSS is not necessary to invite your guests; however, you will need to send some documentation to your invitee. Recommendations: Write an invitation letter, in English and in… read more
Traveling During Winter Break? Don’t Forget Your Travel Signature!
Thanksgiving and winter breaks are coming soon, so it’s time to start preparing for your travel plans! If you are traveling internationally, please don’t forget that you need a valid travel signature on your I-20 or DS-2019 in order to reenter the United States. The travel validation signature can be found… read more
Extended Advising Hours May 1-17
There will be extended advising hours for international students from May 3 – 17 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. with the exception of the lunch hour from 12-1 p.m. Please visit our website to schedule an appointment. As always, the services below do not require an… read more
Traveling During the Summer? What to Know Before You Go!
If you are an international student or scholar and plan to travel this summer, be sure that you have the appropriate immigration documents. Review Your I-20 or DS-2019 Don’t forget to check your I-20/DS-2019 for a valid travel signature: Look at page 3 of the I-20 (F-1 students) or page… read more
Appointments Now Required for Student Immigration Advising
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) now requires students to make an appointment online to secure an advising session for each day of the week. We will no longer be accepting walk-ins to consult with an international student advisor. Advising appointments times are: Monday and Thursday: 9 – 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday… read more
Remote Advising for Students
Have a quick question for an International Student Advisor? No need to go all the way to the ISSS. ISSS will come to you – on campus! ISSS is now offering remote advising services for international students every Thursday. No appointment is necessary. Date: Every Thursday through April 25, 2013… read more
